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Have You Dreamed of Writing a Book?

Books change lives, and not just the lives of those who read them, but of those who write them. Becoming an author will make you a name in your field & make you more money, and it will change the lives of your readers, too.

Publishing a book can position you as THE recognized expert in your field. Authoring a book cements your credibility and grows your reputation.

Authoring a book can ignite exponential growth for your business. It's not about selling books — it's about leveraging your author status to attract more clients, customers, and opportunities. Successful books act as powerful catalysts, greatly multiplying your business impact. What’s more, a book has the power to transcend its pages to make a meaningful impact on the world. Your book can spark positive change, promote your cause, and contribute to a better world.

If Writing a Book Were Easy, Yours Would Have Been Written by Now

Writing a book is hard work. Whether you are an experienced writer or new to writing, writing a book is stressful and time-consuming.

But if writing a book is on your bucket list, there is good news. You CAN write a book, a good one. It still won’t be easy, but it won’t feel impossible. More importantly, you don’t need to be an experienced writer to write a successful book, either.

If writing a book is something you have always dreamed of, if you know that finally writing that book is your ticket to a shiny new life, you need to attend the Volcano Book Writing Retreat. If you have tried, and failed, to write a book, if you have struggled with any aspect of the process, the Volcano Book Writing Retreat will minimize the struggle and maximize your chance of success.

We see it over and over again — three common obstacles that keep most people from writing the book of their dreams:

Too many life distractions and excuses.
Lack of motivation and inspiration.
Not knowing where or how to start or finish, which is known as writer’s block.

The Volcano Book Writing Retreat is a 5-day event in Antigua, Guatemala, that will help you overcome all three of these obstacles.

Eliminate pesky distractions by escaping to one of the most serene and picturesque places on Earth: Antigua, Guatemala. You will have 5 excuse-free days to get centered and focus on the noble work of writing your book, once and for all.

Of course, there is no more inspiring place to start writing your book than in Majestic Antigua, Guatemala. And if the wondrous setting somehow isn't enough, you will also become part of a new community of aspiring authors, like yourself, who will encourage and support you every step of the way.

Finally, retreat facilitator and widely acclaimed book promotion expert Michael Drew and his team will guide you through a proprietary and proven process that will rid you of writer’s block. It will unleash creativity you didn't know you had and give you a solid framework for writing a book that will resonate with readers.

Who Should Attend this Retreat?

This retreat is ideal for entrepreneurs, speakers, thought leaders, subject matter experts, business owners, and anyone serious about writing a successful book.

If you want to start transforming your life, your business, your income, and the world at large by sharing your unique story and voice, then reserve your seat today.

In addition, you don’t have to be an experienced or gifted writer to write a high-impact, relevant book. Over the past 20 years, Michael R. Drew has developed foolproof, proven processes that will help you conceive, outline, and write a book that will help you achieve your goals.

During this retreat, you will participate in group classes and activities designed to support your book writing and promotion efforts, and, at the end, you will walk away with a powerful plan and outline to get your book written — once and for all!

The Power of Partnership

The Volcano Book Writing Retreat is the result of a powerful partnership between BookRetreat.com and the Volcano Innovation Summit to offer you much more than a jumpstart to writing your book.

Attendees will spend their first 3 days in Antiqua rubbing shoulders with and listening to some of Latin America’s most influential leaders, as they discuss ways to leverage new and current technology to positively impact the people in the region. You will be inspired, and you will feel motivated to spend the final 5 days writing your book and making your own positive influence on the world.

This unique fusion of inspiration, learning, and creativity will be covered exclusively by SUCCESS Magazine Editor-in-Chief Kerry Brown

What You Get

Because of our partnership with Volcano Summit, you can attend this $10,000 retreat for just $6500. Only 35 applicants will be accepted. That fee includes:

Step-by-step guidance in outlining and planning your book during the 5-day Retreat with Michael R. Drew and his team
Hotel for 9 nights (arriving Friday, August 30th, and departing Sunday, Sept 8th)
- Volcano Summit runs from August 31 st to Sept 2nd
- Volcano Book Writing Retreat runs from Sept 3rd to Sept 7th
Meals for 5-Day Retreat, from Sept 3rd to Sept 7th
Airport transfers (Guatemala-Antigua-Guatemala)
Local transfers from hotel to Retreat Venue

Meals during the 3-day Volcano Summit are not included, and any additional costs will be the responsibility of each attendee

In case you need any more incentive, by attending the Volcano Book Writing Retreat you will have FREE access (an $1150 value) to the SOLD OUT Volcano Summit.

More about Michael R. Drew and his Writing Process

Michael R. Drew is a luminary in the world of book promotion and publishing. With an impressive career that spans over two decades and a staggering 130 bestsellers to his credit, Michael is the go-to expert for helping authors take their books, their businesses, and their lives to unprecedented heights.

Michael’s innate understanding of the intricacies of the publishing world, coupled with a passion for turning authors into celebrated figures, makes Michael the perfect guide as you embark upon the journey of writing your book and getting it out before the whole world. Michael will also tell you that just writing a book isn’t enough.

Whether you are trying to increase sales, book speaking gigs, grow your leads, or expand the quality of your client engagements, you need a relevant and effective book. This is where Michael’s foolproof process comes in.

More about Michael R. Drew and his Writing Process

The 4 Pillars of Effective Communication

Early in Michael's publishing career, he worked for legendary publisher Ray Bard of Bard Press. Ray Bard spent years researching bestselling nonfiction books, and he observed the pattern that most bestselling books are written using these 4 Pillars of Communication:

BIG IDEA - The Big Idea gets the reader's attention by introducing them to something new, different, or surprising that they can use to improve something in their lives.

STORY - Stories demonstrate the Big Idea clearly to the reader by showing them the idea in action in the real world.

NUTS & BOLTS - This gives readers all the details and steps they need to implement the possibilities they read about in the story.

HOPE - This pillar ties the other 3 Pillars together and convinces the reader that they can make something happen in their own lives.

Michael will guide you through outlining your entire book using the 4 pillars by implementing a proprietary exercise that shuts down your left brain and frees your creative right brain so you can create a full book outline in under 30 minutes. It is the ultimate cure for writer’s block and, best of all, it is quick and often fun and liberating for aspiring authors. We can’t wait to see the book you will write and share with the world!

More about the Volcano Innovation Summit

Volcano Innovation Summit is a global initiative, which acts as a platform to exchange visions and experiences. Driven by the mission to incorporate Latin America to the global network of innovation, science, and culture by connecting business, entrepreneurs, creative leaders, and investors for crossover conversations and inspiration. Taking advantage of Guatemala's location as a bridge between North, Central, and South America, we continue pushing the boundaries for the region from Antigua Guatemala.

The event brings together world leaders from all fields — digital, corporate, financial, telecom, cyber, energy, mobile, sustainability, and more. The Volcano Summit includes co-located events and sessions, in addition to cultural and social happenings. You can be part of the conversation and help create the most audacious tech innovation in the Latin American region.